A joint that allows for the several directions of movement is called a multiaxial joint (polyaxial or triaxial joint). This type of diarthrotic joint allows for movement along three axes ([link]). The shoulder and hip joints are multiaxial joints.
A joint that allows for the several directions of movement is called a multiaxial joint (polyaxial or triaxial joint). This type of diarthrotic joint allows for movement along three axes ([link]). The shoulder and hip joints are multiaxial joints.